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Uttar Pradesh leads in skilling for AI readiness, Maharashtra follows
BusinessLine· 2026-01-25 15:11
Uttar Pradesh (UP) has emerged as the leading state in the Skilling for AI Readiness (SOAR) programme under the Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship (MSDE) with 34,830 enrolments, highlighting growing youth engagement in artificial intelligence (AI) and digital skills. Maharashtra follows with 27,009 learners, while Andhra Pradesh has registered 17,734 enrolments, pointing to widespread adoption of AI learning across regions. A total of 2,11,029 learners from across the country have signed up ...